93.9 The Eagle – The News and Talk of Columbia, MO
(AP) President Donald Trump is expected to sign an $8.3 billion measure to help tackle the coronavirus outbreak.
The legislation would provide federal public health agencies money for vaccines, tests and potential treatments, and help state and local governments prepare for and respond to the threat.
The money would pay for a multifaceted attack on a virus that is spreading more widely every day, sending financial markets spiraling, disrupting travel and potentially threatening the U.S. economy’s decade-long expansion.
Thursday’s sweeping vote sent the bill to the White House. The plan would more than triple the $2.5 billion amount outlined by the White House 10 days ago.
